Business Details
Luxury Hotel & Self-Catering Cottages in Ilfracombe
Trimstone Manor Country House Hotel, nestled in the heart of North Devon, combines centuries of heritage with modern comfort to deliver exceptional hospitality. Our estate, referenced in the Domesday Book and dating back to the 1600s, offers meticulously maintained hotel rooms and self-catering cottages designed to accommodate diverse guest needs. With extensive grounds featuring landscaped gardens, a seasonal indoor heated pool, and recreational facilities including a games room and gym, we provide a tranquil retreat for families, couples, and business travelers. Our dedicated team ensures every stay is enhanced by attentive service, local knowledge, and a commitment to preserving the property's historical charm while meeting contemporary expectations.Guests benefit from flexible booking options, direct reservations advantages, and proximity to coastal attractions like Woolacombe and Ilfracombe. Through decades of experience in hospitality, we maintain rigorous standards across all operations, from accommodation maintenance to guest interaction, ensuring consistent quality and reliability. Our accessibility initiatives demonstrate our commitment to inclusivity, with ground-floor accommodations and accessible pathways designed to welcome all visitors comfortably.
Services
Hotel Rooms
Self-Catering Cottages
Indoor Swimming Pool
Restaurant
Games Room
Highlights and features
- Family-friendly accommodations with dedicated play areas
- Pet-friendly policy with designated dog-friendly rooms
- Seasonal indoor heated pool open Easter to October
- Direct booking guarantees best rates and exclusive offers
- Historic 17th-century estate with modern amenities
What people say
Staff very friendly
Swimming pool lovely
Clean well-run hotel
Family-friendly atmosphere
Beautiful location
Services
Hotel Rooms
Our hotel rooms combine historic charm with modern comforts, offering various configurations including dog-friendly and family options. Each room features contemporary amenities while preserving period architectural elements. Guests enjoy access to shared facilities including the seasonal indoor pool and recreational areas.
Self-Catering Cottages
Spacious self-catering cottages sleep 2-8 guests with fully equipped kitchens and private living areas. Properties feature modern appliances while maintaining traditional Devonshire character. All cottages include access to hotel amenities and outdoor recreational spaces.
Indoor Swimming Pool
Heated indoor pool available from Easter to October with accessible steps and side ladder. Pool area connects to gym and games room. Surrounding deck provides lounging space with views over the countryside, available daily from 9am to 9pm.
Restaurant
Pre-bookable breakfast service in our historic restaurant with standard height tables and French doors to gardens. Complimentary tea and coffee available throughout the day. Local dining recommendations provided for evening meals.
Games Room
Free access games room with pool table, table football, darts, and table tennis. Located opposite car park with level access. Provides family-friendly entertainment with space for wheelchair users to navigate around tables.
Questions
What accommodation types are available?
We offer hotel rooms (including family and dog-friendly options) and self-catering cottages sleeping 2-8 guests with modern amenities.
Is breakfast included?
Breakfast is available at additional cost (£15/adult, £7.50/child) with pre-booking required.
What facilities are available?
Seasonal indoor pool, games room, gym, landscaped gardens, and complimentary WiFi across all accommodations.
Are pets allowed?
Yes, we offer designated dog-friendly rooms and cottages with no additional charges.
How accessible is the property?
Ground-floor rooms available with accessible pathways, ramp access to annex, and poolside mobility features.
What local attractions are nearby?
Five miles from Braunton, two miles from Woolacombe, and close to North Devon's coastal paths and beaches.
Reviews (6)
William Marshall
Sep 18, 2021
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We really liked the East Down room with views and four poster. Nice staff especially Joanne? at Desk but catering impacted by staff shortages as was everywhere nearby. Breakfast cooked to order. Only issue is the narrow approach lanes but that gives privacy and quiet when you arrive.
Chris Bailey Talkaboutshares
Jul 07, 2021
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Called to make a booking in restaurant. Owner said to make our way over. Arrived within 15 minutes to be told quite curtly that the kitchen was closing and he should not have told us to come. Very rude and unpleasant welcome by who I presume was the Manageress. Living close to Ilfracombe I will never recommend this to family or friends.
Geoff Painting
Mar 31, 2021
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Yes the lane is Narrow but this is normal for Devon. Yes it's quirky, really quirky, it's called atmosphere. Had A lovely cream tea, in a lovely setting served by friendly people, to the sound of peacocks and chicks of some kind that my gundogs recognised
Tom Milligan
Dec 06, 2020
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Okay rooms, set in a quiet back road 10 minutes drive from Woolacoombe beach. We booked on short notice so were happy to find something near the beach in summer, but it wasn't a very comfortable stay. We found the bed and bedding uncomfortable, and the room generally looked a bit run down. All in all all it was functional, but not a stay I'd choose again.
Sue Hamlyn
Oct 23, 2020
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The hotel is nice could do with a bit of an overall. The managers have only been there since march, they are very friendly. We will come back again.
Jon Fynes
Jun 18, 2020
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Never got there. The 1 mile approach road is VERY narrow, unfortunately the overgrown and uncut hedges either side scratched my medium sized car (scenic) both sides at the same time the entire distance. Check with hotel/restaurant to see if hedges cut before booking. I never complain and am used to narrow Devon lanes, this overgrown one is beyond the pale.
